In life and in business, bad things happen. It’s inevitable that there will be setbacks and speed bumps along the way. The secret to getting past them is to be resilient: develop the ability to deal with challenges, adapt accordingly, learn from them, and move on to not just survive, but thrive. As a business [...]
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Your team is composed of a truly great group of people. They work hard and excel at their jobs, but you’re hoping to help them become better leaders. This is something you know they’re capable of — even if they haven’t realized it yet. Sometimes people just need a little extra push to develop a [...]
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Every organization has its own unique culture. And while to some degree, company culture develops naturally, there are also ways you can drive it in a direction that encourages positivity, engagement, loyalty, and a sense of everyone feeling like they belong. What does a positive company culture look like? A positive culture promotes employee success [...]
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As a hiring manager, one of the last things you want is to bring a new employee on board only to have them resign, voluntarily or otherwise, a short time later. The U.S. Department of Labor has estimated the cost of a bad hire at at least 30 percent of an individual’s first-year expected earnings. [...]
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Utilizing temporary employees can be a helpful resource for your business, from coverage when employees are out for extended periods of time to handling short-term projects or influx in demand. However, if not handled with an intentional strategy, you may not be maximizing the value of your temporary hires. Learn more about how to manage [...]
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As an employer, of course you look for red flags as you interview job candidates. You wouldn’t be doing due diligence otherwise. But remember: it’s a two-way street. Just as you’re evaluating potential new hires, they’re also scrutinizing your company … going over details with a fine-tooth comb as they decide whether or not they [...]
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Today, companies are facing unprecedented workforce challenges related to the sansdemic, and they aren’t likely to resolve in the near future. Baby Boomers are continuing to retire, and the number of incoming workers from younger generations isn’t able to fully replace them. Birth rates also remain on the decline, meaning the situation won’t automatically resolve [...]
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Creativity is more than just an abstract concept, or a quality to be attributed only to artists and others “in the creative business.” It’s fundamental to problem solving, growth and success, both in business and in life. It encourages people to look beyond conventional, “we’ve always done it that way” solutions and connect the dots [...]
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In today’s competitive job market, retaining top talent is a significant challenge for virtually every business. Employers are constantly vying for a limited pool of highly skilled professionals who can essentially pick and choose where they work. Investing in smart retention strategies not only helps you keep your headcount strong and stable, but also leads [...]
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Company culture is a crucial factor in job satisfaction - no matter how much an employee may like the work itself, if their values and preferences do not align with the atmosphere and environment, they will struggle to be productive and collaborative. A common issue for hiring managers is when a candidate checks all the [...]
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October 25, 2023
